Wastewater Operations: Assistant Division Manager

NCRWA; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Gastonia is seeking an Assistant Division Manager Operations - Wastewater to lead the wastewater treatment division, oversee plant operations, and manage residuals programs. The role emphasizes leadership, technical expertise, and safety oversight.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with engineers and regulators, ensuring compliance with health and environmental regulations, and contributing to capital improvements and annual budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related discipline.
• At least ten years in wastewater treatment plant operations or related field.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating with engineers, regulators, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the supervisors of wastewater treatment facilities and the residuals management program.
• Develops, coordinates, and delivers technical, operational, and safety training for assigned personnel.
• Ensure proper operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment, residuals management, SCADA, and related facility systems.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Budgeting

Training & Safety

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related discipline

Ten years of wastewater treatment plant or related experience

Job description

The City of Gastonia is seeking an Assistant Division Manager Operations - Wastewater to lead the wastewater treatment division, oversee plant operations, and manage residuals programs. The role emphasizes leadership, technical expertise, and safety oversight.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with engineers and regulators, ensuring compliance with health and environmental regulations, and contributing to capital improvements and annual budgets.